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OPP report drowning on Lake Mindemoya

Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) from the Manitoulin Detachment are reporting a drowning on Lake Mindemoya.  

OPP officers along with United Chiefs and Councils of Manitoulin Police Service (UCCM) and Manitoulin-Sudbury Paramedic Services responded just before 2 pm on Wednesday, July 13. 

The OPP says the investigation revealed that the individual was kayaking, did not return home and was later located along the shoreline. 

The deceased is identified as 46-year-old Joseph Whitall, from Hanmer.

A post-mortem examination will take place in Toronto at a later date.

Richard Coffin
Richard Coffin
Richard Coffin has been a reporter and news anchor on the radio in North Bay for over 25 years. From premiers to people in the neighbourhood, he enjoys connecting with newsmakers and writing stories that matter to area listeners on a variety of topics including healthcare, education, politics, sports and more.

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